NexStar Storage Adapter, 3 in 1, USB 3.2 Gen2x1 Type C

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NexStar Storage Adapter, 3 in 1, USB 3.2 Gen2x1 Type C
CB-NSC300
- Tooless Installation, Easy Insert and Mount
- Quick Access to data on any M.2 NVMe or M.2 SATA or 2.5”/3.5” SATA device
- Design to be Compatible with all M.2 sizes 2230/42/60/80 with or without heatsink
- Design for Data Recovery, Backup, Access data, and Cloning
- Mount M.2 NVMe/SATA, or SATA drive as an individual drive letter
- Uses USB 3.2 Gen2x1 (10Gbps), Native USB C, comes with USB C to C/A cable
- No Driver Needed. USB Hot-swappable, Plug & Ready
- Compatible with All OS (Windows 10/11, OS X, Linux or more) with USB support, UASP, BOT, TRIM
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This product is a Multi-Interface Adapter that will allow you to connect different types of storage devices and allow you to Store, Backup, Clone, and manage your data when connected to your fast USB 3.2 Gen2x1 USB C or USB Type-A interface on the computer system. Accessing your data is easy, just mount tool your M.2 NVMe or M.2 SATA or 2.5” SATA drive and have immediate access to your data, No drivers are required. It is also backward compatible with all other slower USB ports.

Features:

• Access data on any M.2 NVMe or M.2 SATA or 2.5”/3.5”* SATA device

• Compatible with all M.2 sizes 2230/42/60/80 with or without heatsink **

• Use as a Data Recovery Tool*** to access M.2, HDD, or SSD

• Mount M.2 NVMe/SATA, or SATA drive as an individual drive letter

• Use as a USB Storage/Backup/Upgrade OS/Clone device

• Uses USB 3.2 Gen2x1, Native USB C, comes with USB C to C/A cable

• Tool-free, no driver needed. Hot-swappable, Plug & Ready

• Compatible with All OS with USB support, UASP, BOT, TRIM

• Multi-Interface for Easy Connection to M.2 NVMe or M.2 SATA or 2.5” SATA

• Design for Windows 10/11, Mac OS X 10.10 or higher, and Linux OS

* 3.5” SATA requires more power. MUST use Optional AC adapter to power the drive

** Check HeatSink Size for proper fit

*** Data recovery tool apps not provided, please source online on your own

Model: CB-NSC300

Adapter interfaces: M.2 NVMe, M.2 SATA, 2.5”/3.5”* SATA III HDD/SSD/Hybrid Drive

M.2 Size Support: 2230/2242/2260/2280 without or with HeatSink

M.2 with HeatSink Measurement: (W) <=30mm x (L) 80mm x (Db) 2.5mm (Df) >8.5mm

SATA Size Support: 2.5”/3.5”* SATA SSD/HDD/Hybrid Drive

Internal Interface: M.2 NVMe or M.2 SATA or 2.5”/3.5”* Standard SATA III/II/I

External Interface: USB 3.2 Gen2x1 Type C

Interface Cable: USB C to C/A

USB cable Length: 380 mm / 14.9 inches

Power Supply: None, Bus-powered, Comes with Power Port for Optional AC Adapter

Optional AC adapter: Universal Auto-Switching AC adapter, Output, 12VDC, 2A-3A, Center Pin Positive, Outer Dia: 5.5mm, Inner Dia: 2mm, Barrel Length: 10mm

Storage Capacity: M.2 NVMe/SATA (1/2/4/8TB or more), SATA III (4TB or more)

Material: Heavy Duty ABS

Dimension (LxWxH): 4.45 x 2.13 x 0.63 inches / 113 x 54 x 16 mm

Weight: 1.66 oz. / 47g (Adapter only)

* 3.5” SATA requires more power. MUST use Optional AC adapter to power the drive

NOTE: Since this is a BUS-POWERED Adapter, your USB port MUST provide enough power to your Storage device else it will not work. If your USB Port does not provide enough, you MUST use the Optional AC adapter, See Specifications above.

System Requirements:

• Windows OS (7/8/10/11) / OS X 10.6 or later / Latest Linux OS

• Computer with USB 3.2 Gen2 Type C/A preferred

• Your USB Port MUST provide enough power to your device, else the Optional AC adapter is required

Package Contents:

• 3 in 1 Storage Adapter, USB cable (C to C/A), Quick Guide

UPC: 844767023830

EAN: 4716872104079

Country of Origin: Made in Taiwan

Warranty: 1 year parts and labor

Package Dimensions (LxWxH): 5.50 x 3.54 x 1.77 inches / 140 x 90 x 45 mm

Package Weight: 5.64 oz / 160 g

Carton Quantity (units/Carton): 40

Length: 19.1 inches / 48.5 cm

Width: 11.8 inches / 30 cm

Height: 8.3 inches / 21 cm

Carton Weight (gross): 16 lbs / 7.8 Kg

Environmental:

Operating Temperature 0 ℃ to +45℃

Operating Humidity 10% to 85 % RH (no condensation)

Storage Temperature -10℃ to +70℃

Storage Humidity 5% to 90% RH (no condensation)

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FAQ for CB-NSC300

FAQ:

IMPORTANT NOTE: ALL references to the 3.5” SATA Drive in this product imply the use of an Optional AC adapter.
1. TO USE a 3.5” Hard Drive, you MUST use the Optional AC adapter because a 3.5” SATA drive requires more power than a USB Port can provide. USB port only provides 5VDC, and a 3.5” SATA HDD requires 12VDC.
2. Your M.2 NVMe or M.2 SATA or 2.5” Standard SATA drive power requirement MUST be less than what your USB port can put out, else it will not work. Please check before you connect and use.
1) Since there are three interfaces, can I connect two storage at the same time and use them?

No, the design of this adapter allows you to use ONLY one interface at a time, meaning you can only connect one storage to use at a time.

After using one storage, perform a proper eject of the USB device, power off and connect the second device, and power back on to use another storage

2) Do I need to prep (initialize, partition, and format) a new drive before using the drive for Storage?

If you are using this adapter for storage, AND if the drives are NEW (no existing data on it), you will need to prep the new drive before use for the first time. Please follow the FAQ on our website for help preparing (initialize, partition, and formatted) the drives. For Windows OS, use Disk Management, for Mac OS X, use Disk Utility.

3) There are three interfaces, why can’t I mount 3 drives?

The design of this adapter is for mounting only 1 drive. The M.2 NVMe, M.2 SATA, and the Standard SATA interface share the same channel, as a result, ONLY 1 drive is allowed to be mounted at one time.

4) Can I use this adapter as simple storage?

Yes, you can mount and it will see it as an individual drive letter or individual storage device.

5) Can I RAID them together with other storage?

Yes, you can, but it also depends on the RAIDED configuration, you can test to make sure all the storage will work together. It is not advisable to RAID storage of different speed, it will slow down the faster storage in your RAID group.

6) What capacity drive can I mount on this adapter?

It is (1/2/4/8TB) for M.2 NVMe or M.2 SATA, and (1TB or more) for a standard 2.5” or 3.5” SATA drive. We are constantly testing new and bigger capacity drives and will update the storage capacity as soon as it is tested. As of this writing 5/20/2024, we have tested 20TB drive.

7) What is the LED on this adapter?

There is only one LED for the power. It will be RED for Power OFF and White for Power ON, there are no LED for Read/Write Activity.

When the LED is RED (Powered OFF), you can swap the storage.

8) Can I use this adapter to do Cloning?

YES, you can Clone the following ways using a Laptop or Desktop installed with Cloning software:

Laptop or Desktop OS drive (SOURCE) è CB-NSC300 mounted storage (TARGET)

Other Storage (SOURCE) è CB-NSC300 mounted storage (TARGET)

CB-NSC300 mounted storage (SOURCE) è Other Storage (TARGET)

NOTE: the CB-NSC300 mounted storage can be M.2 NVMe, M.2 SATA, or 2.5”/3.5” Standard SATA.

Other Storage can be another enclosure Storage or Secondary Storage in a Laptop or Desktop.

We do not provide cloning software, most drive manufacturers provide free cloning software.

9) Can I use this adapter to perform a backup?

Yes, this adapter is very good for performing a backup of data from any source. You can perform a backup from or to this mounted storage device.

10) Do I need to add a heatsink for my M.2 SATA or M.2 NVMe?

It is good to mount a heatsink on your M.2, they generally run hotter due to the high speed of M.2. We designed the space around the M.2 with more space to accommodate a heatsink. There is ample space to mount M.2 NVMe with a mounted heatsink like Samsung 980 Pro with a heatsink or PNY CS3140 with a huge heatsink.

Here is the space measurement if you are using an M.2 mounted heatsink: (W) <=30mm x (L) 80mm x (BackDepth) 2.5mm (FrontDepth) >8.5mm

11) You mention this adapter requires an AC adapter if you are using a 3.5” SATA drive, what is the power requirement?

All 3.5” SATA III/II/I drives use 12VDC AND 5VDC, the total wattage may be more than 20watts, this amount of power is not available on USB. An AC adapter is required. This AC adapter must be able to provide at least 20 watts of power to the drive. This adapter comes with a power plug for 12VDC, 2A or better. Below is a recommended Optional AC adapter.

OPTIONAL AC ADAPTER requirement: Universal Auto-Switching 100-240 AC, Output, 12VDC, 2A-3A, Center Pin Positive, Outer Dia: 5.5mm, Inner Dia: 2mm, Barrel Length: 10mm.

If you are sourcing your own AC adapter, make sure it meets the specs mentioned above and has all the safety features marked (like UL, FCC, CE, and Energy efficiency) on the AC adapter.

12) What is the speed of the adapter?

This adapter is capable of USB 3.2 Gen2x1 (10Gbps), speed may vary due to different systems, USB Host, and devices.

13) How to prepare new storage for use (initialize, partition and format)?

Use this link below to help you walk thru the process.

https://www.vantecusa.com/search.php?sort=faq&keyword=33406

What is the Maximum Capacity Hard Drive can I install into the enclosure or Dock and Power Requirement of the drive? [#33402]

Please note the following requirement for USB enclosures, eSATA enclosures and Docks.

For Enclosures:

It can vary depending on the age and type of the Enclosures.

2.5" SATA drive using USB enclosures:
The maximum capacity is 4TB or more for the current shipping model. It is maybe 2TB or less for an older enclosure if you purchased before 2015. You can also write to us for help concerning an older enclosure(s) capacity. Please write to support@vantecusa.com for further help or questions.

2.5" SATA drive using eSATA enclosures:
Please check with your system manufacturer on the eSATA port, some system eSATA port may only support 2TB drive. Our eSATA enclosure maximum capacity is 4TB or more for the current shipping model.

Please READ these Limitation:

1) For 2.5" SATA drive, Maximum Capacity alone is not the only thing you have to check, the other important criteria are the thickness of the drive. If your 2.5" enclosure will only fit a drive with the thickness (or height) of 7mm drive, trying to put a 9.5mm thickness drive into the enclosure will not fit.

2) The power requirement of the drive is also very important. Most drives are designed for installing into the systems with unlimited power. If you purchase a big capacity drive with power requirements that exceed the power your USB port can provide, it will not function. This is the fault of your USB port lack of power and your power hungry drive, not the enclosure issue. The enclosure uses minimum power. Your Drive plus the enclosure MUST not exceed the power capability of your USB port.

3) Support AF or 512e drives only, do not support 4Kn drives.

3.5" SATA drive, USB enclosures:
The maximum capacity is 16TB or more for the current shipping model.
It is maybe 2TB or less for an older enclosure if you purchased before 2015. You can also write to us for help concerning an older enclosure(s) capacity. Please write to support@vantecusa.com for further help or questions.

3.5" SATA drive, eSATA enclosures:
Please check with your system manufacturer on the eSATA port, some system eSATA port may only support 2TB drive. Our eSATA enclosure maximum capacity is 12TB for the current shipping model.

Please READ these Limitation:

1) The power requirement of the drive is also very important. Most drives are designed to draw less than 13 watts per drive. The enclosure uses minimum power and the ac adapter that comes with the enclosure are designed for most standard power requirement of the drives. If you purchase drives that draw too much power (greater than 13 watts) and exceed the specifications of the enclosure ac adapter, it will not function correctly. Please check the label on the drive for the power specifications. If your drives exceeded the limitation, you may have to purchase a bigger ac adapter for your needs, please contact Vantec Support for sizing the ac adapter for your needs and to purchase optional bigger ac adapter.

2) Support AF or 512e drives only, do not support 4Kn drives.

Older 2.5" or 3.5" IDE drive, USB enclosures:
If you are using an older USB enclosure for IDE drive, generally for 2.5" IDE, USB enclosure it is 320GB and for 3.5" USB enclosure is 750GB.

For Docks:

It can vary depending on the age and type of interface of the Dock.

Docks are designed for 2.5" or 3.5" SATA drives, for current shipping docks, 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD, the capacity ranges from 100GB to 4TB, and for 3.5" SATA drive, it is 500GB to 16TB. For older Docks purchased before 2015, it may only support 2TB or less. Please write to support@vantecusa.com for further help or questions.

Please READ these Limitation:

1) The power requirement of the drive is also very important. Most drives are designed to draw less than 13 watts per drive. The dock uses minimum power and the ac adapter that comes with the dock are designed for most standard power requirement of the drives. If you purchase drives that draw too much power (greater than 13 watts) and exceed the specifications of the dock ac adapter, it will not function correctly. Please check the label on the drive for the power specifications. If your drives exceeded the limitation, you may have to purchase a bigger ac adapter for your needs, please contact Vantec Support for sizing the ac adapter for your needs and to purchase optional bigger ac adapter.

2) Support AF or 512e drives only, do not support 4Kn drives.

For ALL DISCONTINUED products, please check the specifications on the product page. If the product is not listed on the website (meaning it is very old), please write to support@vantecusa.com for further help.

The Product is not work working correctly, what should I do? [#21034]

Sometime problems may occur during first installation or use, we at VantecUSA like to help you get it working to resolve the problem. We have a team of support staff that is here to help you. Please write to us first before you return the product back to the place of purchase. We are committed to help you get the product setup and working correctly. You can reach us via email at support@vantecusa.com. We will reply to you very quickly to assist you.

Best Regards,

VantecUSA Customer Service Team.

NexStar Storage Adapter, 3 in 1, USB 3.2 Gen2x1 Type C

Please note the following requirement for USB enclosures, eSATA enclosures and Docks.

For Enclosures:

2.5" SATA drive using eSATA enclosures:
Please check with your system manufacturer on the eSATA port, some system eSATA port may only support 2TB drive. Our eSATA enclosure maximum capacity is 4TB or more for the current shipping model.

3.5" SATA drive, eSATA enclosures:
Please check with your system manufacturer on the eSATA port, some system eSATA port may only support 2TB drive. Our eSATA enclosure maximum capacity is 12TB for the current shipping model.

Older 2.5" or 3.5" IDE drive, USB enclosures:
If you are using an older USB enclosure for IDE drive, generally for 2.5" IDE, USB enclosure it is 320GB and for 3.5" USB enclosure is 750GB.

For Docks:

For ALL DISCONTINUED products, please check the specifications on the product page. If the product is not listed on the website (meaning it is very old), please write to support@vantecusa.com for further help.

NexStar Storage Adapter, 3 in 1, USB 3.2 Gen2x1 Type C

Please note the following requirement for USB enclosures, eSATA enclosures and Docks.

For Enclosures:

2.5" SATA drive using eSATA enclosures: Please check with your system manufacturer on the eSATA port, some system eSATA port may only support 2TB drive. Our eSATA enclosure maximum capacity is 4TB or more for the current shipping model.

3.5" SATA drive, eSATA enclosures: Please check with your system manufacturer on the eSATA port, some system eSATA port may only support 2TB drive. Our eSATA enclosure maximum capacity is 12TB for the current shipping model.

Older 2.5" or 3.5" IDE drive, USB enclosures: If you are using an older USB enclosure for IDE drive, generally for 2.5" IDE, USB enclosure it is 320GB and for 3.5" USB enclosure is 750GB.

For Docks:

For ALL DISCONTINUED products, please check the specifications on the product page. If the product is not listed on the website (meaning it is very old), please write to support@vantecusa.com for further help.

2.5" SATA drive using eSATA enclosures:
Please check with your system manufacturer on the eSATA port, some system eSATA port may only support 2TB drive. Our eSATA enclosure maximum capacity is 4TB or more for the current shipping model.

3.5" SATA drive, eSATA enclosures:
Please check with your system manufacturer on the eSATA port, some system eSATA port may only support 2TB drive. Our eSATA enclosure maximum capacity is 12TB for the current shipping model.

Older 2.5" or 3.5" IDE drive, USB enclosures:
If you are using an older USB enclosure for IDE drive, generally for 2.5" IDE, USB enclosure it is 320GB and for 3.5" USB enclosure is 750GB.